Antimalware, firewall, and other security programs for Windows XP working in 2023 and hopefully beyond

[Dave-H]

That's great, but as you say, it has to be more than just you and me!
Especially good that they now have reports from two different countries.
👍

[AstroSkipper]

I also mentioned that very often, people who use Windows XP also use the latest versions of Windows, such as 10, 11 and so on. If you’re completely disappointed by one operating system in terms of Panda Dome, it doesn’t reflect well on the others.  
Here is aditionally a screenshot with nearly all Panda hotline numbers at no costs:



All Windows XP users here on MSFN and all guests reading this thread! Call them and report your issues with Panda Dome under Windows XP! 

Edited 11 hours ago by AstroSkipper

[AstroSkipper]

6 hours ago, AstroSkipper said:

I thought according to their website that 12.x versions, where x>0, were no longer compatible with Windows XP. 

@modnar Or do you use an extended kernel or an additional layer in your Windows XP installation where you have installed IOBit Malware Fighter 12.5? 

Edited 16 hours ago by AstroSkipper

[modnar]

1 hour ago, AstroSkipper said:

@modnar Or do you use an extended kernel or an additional layer in your Windows XP installation where you have installed IOBit Malware Fighter 12.5? 

I forgot to answer that one. No no, I don't use any fancy kernel extensions, just USP4. 12.5 is for XP no doubt. However I already threw it off my box because it's too cut-down.

I have, as before, observed that Panda (my favourite version 22.03.01) 2x calls rootsupd.exe (XP's cert thing) during installation, so I quickly reacted and after the second time I ran a-new extracted Thomas' CA Updater so it finished before green-blue Panda orb appeared in the tray. We'll see if this now works. As I said before - the whole thing to me is certificates, don't know specifics though. Depths of Satan... Otherwise it's Avast patchwork quilt for me again...

[AstroSkipper]

1 hour ago, modnar said:

However I already threw it off my box because it's too cut-down.

What I now expect from an anti-malware programme is that it simply warns me of any threats. No automatic removal, as I’ll take care of that myself should one ever arise. I have my own specialist tools for that. And most alerts are false positives anyways. It’s very important that it uses very little RAM and CPU. That’s why I think VirIT eXplorer Lite is great for my system. And I prefer real offline definition updates. Cutting down unnecessary features is therefore no problem for me.  

Edited 13 hours ago by AstroSkipper

[Tangy]

A review Of VirIT kind of old but I would say rather indicative of what to expect 12 years later.

 

https://www.insightsintechnology.com/2014/01/virit-explorer-lite.html

 

@AstroSkipper Conidering this plus the post right above this one, I think I am going to get myself an AV..

[modnar]

The problem with VirIT is their quote: "Virus and malware removal for 60 days", so a non-starter for me.

Oh and Panda is acting up again, surprise surprise. :-/

Edited 2 hours ago by modnar

[AstroSkipper]

2 hours ago, modnar said:

Oh and Panda is acting up again, surprise surprise. :-/

And what exacty does that mean? The problem with one-sentence answers that contain no information is always the same. They’re of no use to anyone. And the reader is then left to guess, interpret or make assumptions, which only lead to rumours and wild theories. That is completely counterproductive. So please provide a bit more information!  
By the way, have you already reported your problems/issues/errors with Panda Dome on Windows XP to Panda’s support team? 

Edited 9 minutes ago by AstroSkipper

[AstroSkipper]

15 hours ago, modnar said:

12.5 is for XP no doubt. However I already threw it off my box because it's too cut-down.

Same here. Which crucial features do you miss in the free edition of IOBit Malware Fighter? And why don’t you get a 6-month licence for the Pro version? You can find them everywhere, and they’re even available at regular intervals. IOBit runs lots of promotions. I managed to get hold of some yesterday.  This gives you the opportunity to test the programme thoroughly, exploring all its features, and then report on it in detail here.  Here is a feature comparison: https://www.iobit.com/en/malware-fighter-pro.php
Use this to clarify your point! 
 

Edited 8 minutes ago by AstroSkipper